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Veggie burgers, bacon-wrapped hotdogs, and the best FRYDAY ever at Harlem Shake

Veggie burgers, bacon-wrapped hotdogs, and the best FRYDAY ever at Harlem Shake

When one thinks of New York City a few things to come to mind: skyscrapers, the Statue of Liberty, the seemingly endless grid of one-way streets, legendary ma and pa diners; there are certain things that can only be attributed to the city, and there’s…

CESARI x MAISON for a night of all things wine and chocolate

CESARI x MAISON for a night of all things wine and chocolate

If there’s any two things I love to indulge in together most, it’s some fine wine and rich dessert. You cannot go wrong with truffles and your favorite red; no other pair compares. And in celebration of this famous coupling and a perfectly-timed 80th anniversary…

The OSAMIL experience

The OSAMIL experience

The Osamil experience for Joanna Lin (aka Ready Set Jo)’s new foodie show filming was one of the most unique Korean dining moments I’ve had thus far in NYC; I got a taste of some real authentic dishes each with their own style and twist, including a…

Cheeseboat BK

Cheeseboat BK

It’s hard to react normally when someone invites you to a place called CHEESEBOAT; what in the world could such a compound word entail? Cheese on a boat? A boat full of cheese? A delivery service where boats deliver cheese to you personally? What. The.…

Stadium eats: elotes, slushies, and steak frites at Citi Field

Stadium eats: elotes, slushies, and steak frites at Citi Field

Now, don’t get it f*cked up, I am a die-hard Indians fan all the way. I love all things Cleveland sports, and I could never truly be a full-on NY Mets fan. But I cannot deny how fun it is going to Citi Field for…

In a city full of ramen you might fall in love with MR. TAKA

In a city full of ramen you might fall in love with MR. TAKA

It’s hard sometimes: you really, really want ramen, and there’s only about 100 or so more places in the city to get some. You begin to wonder, will I ever find the “One”? Will I get what I need out of this ramen experience? What…

Your own personal sanctuary at Luke’s Lobster

Your own personal sanctuary at Luke’s Lobster

Whenever I am feeling down I can always find sanctuary at Luke’s Lobster—because if you know anything about lobster, it’s that it is good pretty much all year-round. Meaning: if you’re in need of a moment of the finest seafood bliss, Luke’s is there for…

Sri Lankan-style street food in the LES at Kottu House

Sri Lankan-style street food in the LES at Kottu House

I have never had Sri Lankan food before (that I know of), but after reading about the KOTTU HOUSE as #3 on Eater’s 15 Hottest Cheap Eats Restaurants list I decided to give it a try with their intriguingly good-sounding menu and excitement of never having…

The best breakky burrito at 2nd City NYC

The best breakky burrito at 2nd City NYC

Brunch: it’s a thing; it’s been a thing. But as I grow older and my time grows longer in the city, my weekend brunch needs have lessened and I’ve gone back to the basics, ultimately raising the question: is simpler truly better at the end…

The chillest pizza spot in Alphabet City

The chillest pizza spot in Alphabet City

I’m all for a good pizza joint (obvi), and when scoping various NYC pizza shops there’s a lot to look for: whether or not the pizza you’re about to eat is for mere convenience, or are you ACTUALLY looking for one of the best slices…